Pro mark3rtk reference manual

ProMark
™
3 / ProMark3 RTK
Reference Manual

Copyright Notice
©2005-2007 Magellan Navigation, Inc. All rights reserved.
Other Notice
Some of the pictures in this publication show the former
ProMark antenna (110454). This antenna is however no
longer delivered with ProMark3. The ProMark antenna is now
replaced with the NAP100.
Trademarks
All product and brand names mentioned in this publication
are trademarks of their respective holders.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-
ference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-
ent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Magellan
Navigation could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
CAUTION: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance re-
quirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm must be
maintained between the antenna of this device and all per-
sons.
In the presence of RF field, the receiver's satellite
signal strength may degrade. When removed from
the RF field, the signal strength should return to
normal.
RSS-210
This device has been found compliant with the Canadian RSS-
210 specification, issue 5, November 2001 which stipulates
that operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Magellan Professional Products - Limited Warranty (North,
Central and South America)
Magellan Navigation warrants their GPS receivers and hard-
ware accessories to be free of defects in material and work-
manship and will conform to our published specifications for
the product for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGI-
NAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT.
In the event of a defect, Magellan Navigation will, at its op-
tion, repair or replace the hardware product with no charge to
the purchaser for parts or labor. The repaired or replaced prod-
uct will be warranted for 90 days from the date of return ship-
ment, or for the balance of the original warranty, whichever is
longer. Magellan Navigation warrants that software products or
software included in hardware products will be free from de-
fects in the media for a period of 30 days from the date of
shipment and will substantially conform to the then-current
user documentation provided with the software (including up-
dates thereto). Magellan Navigation's sole obligation shall be
the correction or replacement of the media or the software so
that it will substantially conform to the then- current user doc-
umentation. Magellan Navigation does not warrant the soft-
ware will meet purchaser's requirements or that its operation
will be uninterrupted, error-free or virus-free. Purchaser as-
sumes the entire risk of using the software.
PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WRIT-
TEN WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE
LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT MAGEL-
LAN NAVIGATION'S OPTION, OF ANY DEFECTIVE PART OF
THE RECEIVER OR ACCESSORIES WHICH ARE COVERED
BY THIS WARRANTY. REPAIRS UNDER THIS WARRANTY
SHALL ONLY BE MADE AT AN AUTHORIZED MAGELLAN
NAVIGATION SERVICE CENTER. ANY REPAIRS BY A SER-
VICE CENTER NOT AUTHORIZED BY MAGELLAN NAVIGA-
TION WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service the purchaser must obtain a Return
Materials Authorization (RMA) number prior to shipping by
calling 1-800-229-2400 (press option #1) (U.S.) or 1-408-
615-3981 (International), or by submitting a repair request
on-line at:
http://professional.magellangps.com/en/support/rma.asp. The
purchaser must return the product postpaid with a copy of the
original sales receipt to the address provided by Magellan Nav-
igation with the RMA number. Purchaser’s return address and
the RMA number must be clearly printed on the outside of the
package.
Magellan Navigation reserves the right to refuse to provide ser-
vice free-of-charge if the sales receipt is not provided or if the
information contained in it is incomplete or illegible or if the
serial number is altered or removed. Magellan Navigation will
not be responsible for any losses or damage to the product in-
curred while the product is in transit or is being shipped for
repair. Insurance is recommended. Magellan Navigation sug-
gests using a trackable shipping method such as UPS or Fe-
dEx when returning a product for service.
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ALL
OTHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUD-
ING THOSE OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
MERCHANTABILITY OR NON-INFRINGEMENT, ARE HERE-
BY DISCLAIMED AND IF APPLICABLE, IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES UNDER ARTICLE 35 OF THE UNITED NATIONS
CONVENTION ON CONTRACTS FOR THE INTERNATIONAL
SALE OF GOODS. Some national, state, or local laws do not
allow limitations on implied warranty or how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
The following are excluded from the warranty coverage: (1) pe-
riodic maintenance and repair or replacement of parts due to
normal wear and tear; (2) batteries and finishes; (3) installa-
tions or defects resulting from installation; (4) any damage
caused by (i) shipping, misuse, abuse, negligence, tampering,
or improper use; (ii) disasters such as fire, flood, wind, and
lightning; (iii) unauthorized attachments or modification; (5)
service performed or attempted by anyone other than an au-
thorized Magellan Navigations Service Center; (6) any prod-
uct, components or parts not manufactured by Magellan
Navigation; (7) that the receiver will be free from any claim for
infringement of any patent, trademark, copyright or other pro-
prietary right, including trade secrets; and (8) any damage due
to accident, resulting from inaccurate satellite transmissions.
Inaccurate transmissions can occur due to changes in the po-
sition, health or geometry of a satellite or modifications to the
receiver that may be required due to any change in the GPS.
(Note: Magellan Navigation GPS receivers use GPS or
GPS+GLONASS to obtain position, velocity and time informa-
tion. GPS is operated by the U.S. Government and GLONASS
is the Global Navigation Satellite System of the Russian Fed-
eration, which are solely responsible for the accuracy and
maintenance of their systems. Certain conditions can cause
inaccuracies which could require modifications to the receiv-

er. Examples of such conditions include but are not limited to
changes in the GPS or GLONASS transmission.) Opening, dis-
mantling or repairing of this product by anyone other than an
authorized Magellan Navigation Service Center will void this
warranty.
MAGELLAN NAVIGATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO PUR-
CHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUD-
ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, DAMAGES RE-
SULTING FROM DELAY OR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF OR
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY
OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY EVEN THOUGH CAUSED BY
NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER FAULT OFMAGELLAN NAVIGATION
OR NEGLIGENT USAGE OF THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT
WILL MAGELLAN NAVIGATION BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
SUCH DAMAGES, EVEN IF MAGELLAN NAVIGATION HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
This written warranty is the complete, final and exclusive
agreement between Magellan Navigation and the purchaser
with respect to the quality of performance of the goods and
any and all warranties and representations. This warranty sets
forth all of Magellan Navigation's responsibilities regarding
this product. This limited warranty is governed by the laws of
the State of California, without reference to its conflict of law
provisions or the U.N. Convention on Contracts for the Inter-
national Sale of Goods, and shall benefit Magellan Navigation,
its successors and assigns.
This warranty gives the purchaser specific rights. The purchas-
er may have other rights which vary from locality to locality (in-
cluding Directive 1999/44/EC in the EC Member States) and
certain limitations contained in this warranty, including the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
may not apply.
For further information concerning this limited warranty,
please call or write:
Magellan Navigation, Inc., 960 Overland Court, San Dimas,
CA 91773, Phone: +1 909-394-5000, Fax: +1 909-394-
7050 or
Magellan Navigation SA - ZAC La Fleuriaye - BP 433 - 44474
Carquefou Cedex - France Phone: +33 (0)2 28 09 38 00,
Fax: +33 (0)2 28 09 39 39.
Magellan Professional Products Limited Warranty (Europe,
Middle East, Africa)
All Magellan Navigation global positioning system (GPS) re-
ceivers are navigation aids, and are not intended to replace
other methods of navigation. Purchaser is advised to perform
careful position charting and use good judgment. READ THE
USER GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT.
1. MAGELLAN NAVIGATION WARRANTY
Magellan Navigation warrants their GPS receivers and hard-
ware accessories to be free of defects in material and work-
manship and will conform to our published specifications for
the product for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase or such longer period as required by law. THIS WAR-
RANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF
THIS PRODUCT.
In the event of a defect, Magellan Navigation will, at its op-
tion, repair or replace the hardware product with no charge to
the purchaser for parts or labor. The repaired or replaced prod-
uct will be warranted for 90 days from the date of return ship-
ment, or for the balance of the original warranty, whichever is
longer. Magellan Navigation warrants that software products or
software included in hardware products will be free from de-
fects in the media for a period of 30 days from the date of
shipment and will substantially conform to the then-current
user documentation provided with the software (including up-
dates thereto). Magellan Navigation's sole obligation shall be
the correction or replacement of the media or the software so
that it will substantially conform to the then- current user doc-
umentation. Magellan Navigation does not warrant the soft-
ware will meet purchaser's requirements or that its operation
will be uninterrupted, error-free or virus-free. Purchaser as-
sumes the entire risk of using the software.
2. PURCHASER'S REMEDY
PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WRIT-
TEN WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE
LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT MAGEL-
LAN NAVIGATION'S OPTION, OF ANY DEFECTIVE PART OF
THE RECEIVER OR ACCESSORIES WHICH ARE COVERED
BY THIS WARRANTY. REPAIRS UNDER THIS WARRANTY
SHALL ONLY BE MADE AT AN AUTHORIZED MAGELLAN
NAVIGATION SERVICE CENTER. ANY REPAIRS BY A SER-
VICE CENTER NOT AUTHORIZED BY MAGELLAN NAVIGA-
TION WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY.
3. PURCHASER'S DUTIES
To obtain service, contact and return the product with a copy
of the original sales receipt to the dealer from whom you pur-
chased the product.
Magellan Navigation reserves the right to refuse to provide ser-
vice free-of-charge if the sales receipt is not provided or if the
information contained in it is incomplete or illegible or if the
serial number is altered or removed. Magellan Navigation will
not be responsible for any losses or damage to the product in-
curred while the product is in transit or is being shipped for
repair. Insurance is recommended. Magellan Navigation sug-
gests using a trackable shipping method such as UPS or Fe-
dEx when returning a product for service.
4. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN ITEM 1 ABOVE, ALL OTHER EX-
PRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE
OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MER-
CHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND IF APPLI-
CABLE, IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER ARTICLE 35 OF THE
UNITED NATIONS CONVENTION ON CONTRACTS FOR THE
INTERNATIONAL SALE OF GOODS.
Some national, state, or local laws do not allow limitations on
implied warranty or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
5. EXCLUSIONS
The following are excluded from the warranty coverage:
(1) periodic maintenance and repair or replacement of parts
due to normal wear and tear;
(2) batteries;
(3) finishes;
(4) installations or defects resulting from installation;
(5) any damage caused by (i) shipping, misuse, abuse, negli-
gence, tampering, or improper use; (ii) disasters such as fire,
flood, wind, and lightning; (iii) unauthorized attachments or
modification;
(6) service performed or attempted by anyone other than an
authorized Magellan Navigations Service Center;
(7) any product, components or parts not manufactured by
Magellan Navigation,
(8) that the receiver will be free from any claim for infringe-
ment of any patent, trademark, copyright or other proprietary
right, including trade secrets
(9) any damage due to accident, resulting from inaccurate sat-
ellite transmissions. Inaccurate transmissions can occur due
to changes in the position, health or geometry of a satellite or

modifications to the receiver that may be required due to any
change in the GPS. (Note: Magellan Navigation GPS receivers
use GPS or GPS+GLONASS to obtain position, velocity and
time information. GPS is operated by the U.S. Government
and GLONASS is the Global Navigation Satellite System of the
Russian Federation, which are solely responsible for the accu-
racy and maintenance of their systems. Certain conditions can
cause inaccuracies which could require modifications to the
receiver. Examples of such conditions include but are not lim-
ited to changes in the GPS or GLONASS transmission.).
Opening, dismantling or repairing of this product by anyone
other than an authorized Magellan Navigation Service Center
will void this warranty.
6. EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
AGES
MAGELLAN NAVIGATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO PUR-
CHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INDIRECT, IN-
CIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, DAMAG-
ES RESULTING FROM DELAY OR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF
OR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF THIS WARRAN-
TY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY EVEN THOUGH CAUSED
BY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER FAULT OFMAGELLAN NAVIGA-
TION OR NEGLIGENT USAGE OF THE PRODUCT. IN NO
EVENT WILL MAGELLAN NAVIGATION BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR SUCH DAMAGES, EVEN IF MAGELLAN NAVIGATION
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAM-
AGES.
Some national, state, or local laws do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
7. COMPLETE AGREEMENT
This written warranty is the complete, final and exclusive
agreement between Magellan Navigation and the purchaser
with respect to the quality of performance of the goods and
any and all warranties and representations. THIS WARRANTY
SETS FORTH ALL OF MAGELLAN NAVIGATION'S RESPONSI-
BILITIES REGARDING THIS PRODUCT.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC RIGHTS. YOU MAY
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM LOCALITY TO LO-
CALITY (including Directive 1999/44/EC in the EC Member
States) AND CERTAIN LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS
WARRANTY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. CHOICE OF LAW.
This limited warranty is governed by the laws of France, with-
out reference to its conflict of law provisions or the U.N. Con-
vention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, and
shall benefit Magellan Navigation, its successors and assigns.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT AFFECT THE CUSTOMER'S
STATUTORY RIGHTS UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS IN FORCE
IN THEIR LOCALITY, NOR THE CUSTOMER'S RIGHTS
AGAINST THE DEALER ARISING FROM THEIR SALES/PUR-
CHASE CONTRACT (such as the guarantees in France for la-
tent defects in accordance with Article 1641 et seq of the
French Civil Code).
For further information concerning this limited warranty,
please call or write:
Magellan Navigation SA - ZAC La Fleuriaye - BP 433 - 44474
Carquefou Cedex - France.
Phone: +33 (0)2 28 09 38 00, Fax: +33 (0)2 28 09 39 39

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Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................... 1
What are the ProMark3 and ProMark3 RTK Systems? ....................1
Post-Process Surveying ..........................................................1
Real-Time Surveying ..............................................................2
Mobile Mapping ....................................................................2
Office Software......................................................................2
Items Supplied with ProMark3.....................................................3
ProMark3 Receiver ................................................................3
I/O Module............................................................................4
USB Cable............................................................................5
AC Adapter/Charger................................................................5
External GNSS Antenna .........................................................5
External Antenna Cable..........................................................5
Vertical Antenna Extension .....................................................6
Field Receiver Bracket ...........................................................6
HI (Height of Instrument) Measurement Tape...........................6
Field Bag..............................................................................6
User Documentation CD .........................................................7
Initializer Bar and Antenna Adaptor.........................................7
MobileMapper Office CD ........................................................7
GNSS Solutions CD ...............................................................7
ProMark3 RTK Specific Accessories.............................................8
License-Free Radio Modems ...................................................8
Brackets for License-free Radio Modems................................10
RTK Vertical Antenna Extension............................................10
FAST Survey Software Option................................................10
Additional Items Required but not Supplied................................11
For Static Surveys or Base Stations .......................................11
For Kinematic Surveys .........................................................12
Specifications..........................................................................13
General Characteristics ........................................................13
Real-Time Accuracy (1) (3) (4) .............................................13
Post-Processed Accuracy (1) (2)............................................13
Data Logging Characteristics.................................................14
Physical Characteristics........................................................14
Environmental Characteristics...............................................15
Power Characteristics...........................................................15
Post-Process Surveying with ProMark3 .......................................16
Real-Time Surveying with ProMark3 RTK....................................19
Mobile Mapping with ProMark3 .................................................21
Navigating with ProMark3 .........................................................23
Time Spent in The Field............................................................24
Post-Processing...................................................................24
Real-Time Surveying ............................................................25
Mobile Mapping ..................................................................26
Where to Find Information.........................................................26
Preparing For First-Time Use ........................................................... 27
Charging the ProMark3 Battery Pack ..........................................27

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Turning On/Off the Receiver ......................................................28
Calibrating the Screen ..............................................................29
Automatic System Time Update.................................................29
Adjusting the Backlight.............................................................29
Initializing GPS........................................................................30
Preliminary Settings .................................................................31
Access to Preliminary Settings ..............................................31
Choosing the Storage Medium...............................................31
Entering the Receiver ID.......................................................32
Specifying the Antenna Used................................................32
Choosing the Units ..............................................................32
Checking that ProMark3 Receives Satellites ...........................33
RTK Setup..................................................................................... 34
Introduction to RTK..................................................................34
Base/Rover Configuration ..........................................................36
About the Base Position .......................................................36
Setting Up the Base.............................................................37
Configuring the Base............................................................39
Setting Up the Rover............................................................41
Configuring the Rover...........................................................42
Initializing the Rover............................................................42
Rover-Only Configuration (Network)............................................45
Setting Up the Rover............................................................45
Configuring the Rover in NTRIP Mode....................................46
Configuring the Rover in Direct IP mode ................................49
Standard RTK: “Surveying”.............................................................. 51
Logging Points in Real Time......................................................51
Logging Trajectories in Real Time ..............................................53
Staking Out .............................................................................55
Quitting The Surveying Function ................................................57
Advanced RTK: FAST Survey Option................................................. 58
Introduction.............................................................................58
Launching FAST Survey........................................................58
MENU Screen .....................................................................59
MAP Screen ........................................................................63
Getting Started With FAST Survey..............................................64
Creating a New Job ..............................................................64
Configuring a Base...............................................................65
Configuring a Rover..............................................................66
Localization .............................................................................67
Logging RTK Points..................................................................69
Logging RTK Points in Continuous Mode ....................................70
Staking out RTK Points.............................................................71
Downloading Land Survey Projects.............................................73
Post-Processing Surveying ............................................................... 74
Introduction to Static Surveying.................................................74
Network Design ...................................................................74

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Observation Plan .................................................................77
Running a Static Survey............................................................84
Equipment Check ................................................................85
Site Selection......................................................................85
System Setup (Base and Rover) ............................................88
Static Survey Setup (Base and Rover)....................................90
Data Collection....................................................................92
Introduction to Kinematic Surveying ..........................................95
Stop-and-Go........................................................................95
Kinematic...........................................................................96
Initialization Methods ...............................................................98
Running a “Stop & Go” Survey ..................................................99
Base Setup and Operation ....................................................99
Rover Setup ......................................................................100
Stop & Go Survey Rover Setup ............................................100
Initialization Phase ............................................................104
Data Collection..................................................................105
Running a Kinematic Survey ...................................................109
Base Setup and Operation ..................................................109
Rover Setup ......................................................................110
Kinematic Survey Rover Setup ............................................110
Initialization Phase ............................................................113
Data Collection..................................................................115
Re-Initialization .....................................................................118
When is Re-Initialization Required?.....................................118
Preventive Steps to Facilitate Re-initialization ......................119
Quitting the Surveying Function...............................................121
Mobile Mapping............................................................................ 122
Feature Libraries ....................................................................122
Logging New GPS/GIS Data.....................................................123
Revisiting and Updating Existing GPS/GIS Jobs.........................139
Using ProMark3 as a Reference Station....................................142
Quitting the Mobile Mapping Function .....................................142
Navigation ................................................................................... 143
Navigation Screens.................................................................143
Map Screen ......................................................................144
Compass Screen................................................................145
Large Data Screen .............................................................146
Position Screens................................................................147
Road Screen .....................................................................149
Data Screen ......................................................................150
Speedometer Screen..........................................................151
Satellite Status Screen.......................................................152
GOTO Function ......................................................................153
Purpose ............................................................................153
Destination Point Types......................................................153
Selecting a POI as the Destination Point..............................154
Selecting a GIS Feature as the Destination Point ..................155
Saving Your Current Position as a Waypoint..........................156
Editing/Deleting a User Waypoint ........................................156

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Clearing the GOTO function ................................................157
Routes ..................................................................................158
GOTO Route......................................................................158
Multi-leg Route .................................................................158
Office Work.................................................................................. 162
About Download Procedures ....................................................162
About the Download Utility Program ....................................162
Using the USB Port to Download Data .................................163
Processing Field Data Collected With “Surveying” .....................164
Downloading Raw Data via USB ..........................................164
Downloading Raw Data from the Card Reader .......................165
Downloading RTK Data Via USB..........................................165
Donwloading RTK Data from the Card Reader.......................167
Post-Processing Raw Data ..................................................168
Downloading RTK Data Collected With FAST Survey ..................169
Processing Field Data Collected With “Mobile Mapping” ............170
Downloading GIS Data via USB...........................................170
Downloading GIS Data from the Card Reader........................171
Viewing/Analyzing the Content of a Job ................................172
Exporting Data to a GIS......................................................176
Upload Procedures from GNSS Solutions..................................177
Uploading a Real-Time “Surveying” Job...............................177
Uploading a FAST Survey Job .............................................177
Uploading a Vector Background Map ...................................179
Uploading Points to ProMark3.............................................181
Uploading a Geoid to ProMark3...........................................184
Upload Procedures from MobileMapper Office...........................185
Uploading a Vector Background Map ...................................185
Uploading Jobs and Waypoints to ProMark3 .........................188
Uploading Jobs and Waypoints to the Local SD Card Reader ..189
Bluetooth Manager Module............................................................ 190
Introduction...........................................................................190
Host and Inquiring Devices......................................................190
Bluetooth Range ....................................................................191
First Steps with Bluetooth Manager..........................................191
Starting Bluetooth Manager ................................................191
Minimizing/Maximizing the Bluetooth Window ......................191
Turning Off Bluetooth ........................................................191
Detecting Bluetooth-Enabled Devices ..................................191
PIN Code, Detectability & Authentication .................................192
Local Services........................................................................193
Introduction ......................................................................193
Using the Serial Port Service ..............................................194
Using the File Transfer Service............................................194
Creating Shortcuts for Remote Services ....................................196
Bluetooth Manager Toolbar Memo............................................197
Step-by-Step Procedure
for Establishing a
GPRS Connection Via Bluetooth..................................................... 198
Introduction...........................................................................198

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Connection Profile Known...................................................198
Connection Profile Unknown...............................................199
Special Cases....................................................................199
The First Time You Use ProMark3 RTK.....................................200
Step 1: Ask ProMark3 RTK to Be Paired with the Cell Phone .201
Step 2: Allow the Cell Phone to Be Paired with ProMark3 RTK202
Step 4: Establish a Bluetooth Link Between ProMark3 RTK
and the Cell Phone ............................................................203
Step 5: Prepare the GPRS Connection .................................203
Step 6: Establish the GPRS Connection...............................205
Troubleshooting.................................................................206
Subsequent Uses ...................................................................207
Standard Re-Start Procedure ..............................................207
Disconnecting GPRS..........................................................208
Selecting a DGPS Mode ................................................................ 209
Introduction...........................................................................209
Beacon..................................................................................210
Direct IP ...............................................................................214
NTRIP...................................................................................216
Other RTCM Source................................................................219
Returning to Autonomous GPS Mode........................................220
How to End a Direct IP or NTRIP Session .................................220
Subsequent Uses ...................................................................220
Cell Phone Changes................................................................221
Accuracy...................................................................................... 222
RTK......................................................................................222
Operating Conditions..........................................................222
Position Accuracy ..............................................................222
Time to First Fix (TTFF)......................................................223
Initialization in Networks....................................................223
Autonomous GPS, SBAS & DGPS Modes ..................................224
Quality Indicators...................................................................225
MENU key ................................................................................... 226
Receiver mode .......................................................................226
DGPS Configuration................................................................227
Initialize RTK.........................................................................227
Base Station ..........................................................................228
File Manager..........................................................................228
Mark .....................................................................................229
GOTO....................................................................................230
Routes ..................................................................................231
Setup Menu...........................................................................232
Storage.............................................................................232
Receiver ID .......................................................................232
Antenna Type....................................................................232
Real-time Fast Mode..........................................................233
Select Map .......................................................................234
Map Setup........................................................................235
Nav Screens......................................................................237
Coord System....................................................................237

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Map Datum.......................................................................238
Time Format .....................................................................239
Units................................................................................240
Alarms..............................................................................240
North Reference ................................................................241
Beeper..............................................................................242
Reset Trip.........................................................................242
Clear Memory ....................................................................242
Simulate...........................................................................243
Language..........................................................................243
Customize .............................................................................244
About....................................................................................244
Exit.......................................................................................244
Power Management....................................................................... 245
Power Saving Modes...............................................................245
Backlight Control....................................................................246
Checking Battery Status..........................................................247
LED Indicators .......................................................................248
Turning Off ProMark3 .............................................................248
Diagnostics & Upgrade Tools.......................................................... 249
Testing ProMark3’s Internal Peripherals....................................249
ProMark3 Serial Number & Versions.........................................251
Upgrading ProMark3 Software & Firmware................................251
ProMark3 Reset Procedures.....................................................252
Hardware Reset .................................................................252
Software Reset ..................................................................252
Utilities & Settings........................................................................ 253
Utilities.................................................................................253
DGPS Configuration ...........................................................253
Install FAST Survey (and Datum Grids) ................................253
Unlock FAST Survey ..........................................................254
Unlock RTK Option............................................................254
Desktop Properties.............................................................254
GPSInit ............................................................................255
GPSReset .........................................................................255
AutoLoader .......................................................................255
Tests ................................................................................255
Radio Configuration ...........................................................255
Install Language................................................................256
Settings.................................................................................257
Backlight control ...............................................................257
Bluetooth Manager.............................................................257
Date/Time .........................................................................258
Display .............................................................................258
Keyboard ..........................................................................258
Magellan System Info.........................................................258
Owner...............................................................................259
Power ...............................................................................259
Regional Settings...............................................................259
Stylus...............................................................................259

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System .............................................................................260
Volume & Sounds ..............................................................260
Appendices.................................................................................. 261
Main Alarm Screens ...............................................................261
File Naming Conventions ........................................................262
Survey Data Collection .......................................................262
GIS Post-Processing...........................................................263
Ordering Information ..............................................................264
Installing New OS Languages (Chinese, French) ........................266
Installing the ProMark3 RTK Firmware .....................................267
Getting ProMark3 Ready
for FAST Survey Installation ....................................................267
Installing Optional Functions in FAST Survey............................268
Using Another Radio Model.....................................................268
Assessing MobileMapper Beacon Reception Quality...................269
Glossary....................................................................................... 270

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1. Introduction
What are the ProMark3 and ProMark3 RTK
Systems?
ProMark3 is a complete GPS system providing precision sur-
veying in post-processing or real-time, GIS feature collection
and navigation. Real-time surveying is only available with
ProMark3 RTK.
A typical ProMark3 system used in post-processing surveys in-
cludes two ProMark3 GPS receivers, GPS antennas, and all
ancillary components (see picture below) required to get you
up and running and producing quality data in a minimum
amount of time.
Post-Process Surveying
The ProMark3 system utilizes standard tripods or fixed-height
GPS tripods to position system components above a given sur-
vey point. The ProMark3 receiver collects signals broadcast
from GPS satellites, and stores this information in its internal
solid-state memory or an SD Card. The collected data is ex-
tracted from the ProMark3 receiver via a cable to an office
computer for post-processing.
In this manual, the term
“ProMark3” refers to
both the ProMark3 and
ProMark3 RTK units.
When describing a func-
tion specific to the
ProMark3 RTK, then the
term “ProMark3 RTK” is
used.
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Real-Time Surveying
With a ProMark3 RTK, or after upgrading your ProMark3 into
a ProMark3 RTK (see Installing the ProMark3 RTK Firmware
on page 267), you can perform real-time RTK surveys. The
system will deliver centimeter-accurate positions thanks to
Magellan’s new BLADE™ technology.
From an L1-only GPS receiver such as the ProMark3, BLADE
can deliver RTK accuracies comparable to those of a dual-fre-
quency (L1/L2) receiver. Compared to dual-freaquency receiv-
ers however, initialization times are longer, and the operating
range limited to about 1 mile with the base/rover configura-
tion, and up to 10 kilometers with the rover-only configura-
tion.
Mobile Mapping
The ProMark3 receiver enables you to map and describe GIS
features and then format the data so that later it can be up-
loaded to a GIS. It offers an easy-to-use and easy-to-deploy so-
lution for general mapping and for asset management.
ProMark3 combines all the navigation capabilities with fea-
ture attributing software to support GIS data collection in the
field.
Office Software
The ProMark3 System operates in conjunction with GNSS So-
lutions, Magellan’s highly-automated office software.
GNSS Solutions is a complete, easy-to-use software package
which manages and processes both raw GPS and real-time da-
ta, deriving precise positioning data and presenting the results
in easily understood report formats.
The ProMark3 receiver also operates in conjunction with Mo-
bileMapper Office. This office software operates as the inter-
face between ProMark3 and your GIS. MobileMapper Office is
also used to refine feature positions for all those field jobs run
in post-processing mode.

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Items Supplied with ProMark3
The items supplied with ProMark3 are described in the follow-
ing paragraphs.
ProMark3 Receiver
Front Panel
Back Panel:
Touch screen Display:
• Full color transflec-
tive liquid crystal dis-
play (LCD)
• ¼ VGA
Scrolling button
Alphanumeric
keypad
Power button
Power indicator
Battery indicator
GPS Receiver includes:
• Integrated GPS accurate
to sub-meter with WAAS/
EGNOS
• ReadyforRTCMreal-time
corrections
• Internal antenna.
Speaker
Battery door screws:
• Unscrew to open the
battery door
Power/Communication
connectors:
• Connects to the I/O
module with power
supply and communi-
cation ports
Removable
Handstrap
Battery Compartment
Battery Pack

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Side Panel
I/O Module
External Antenna
Connector Secure Digital Card Slot
Door:
• Open the door to ac-
cess the SD card slot
Mini USB (Type B) port.
Used for connection to PC
Serial port (COM1) DB-9 connectorDC Power Input connector
USB host port (Type A), connect to a
USB flash drive, card reader etc.

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USB Cable
The USB cable is used to connect the ProMark3 to an office
computer via the ProMark3’s I/O module. Use the mini USB
port for this connection and not the USB host port.
The mini USB port is located next to the RS232 Sub-D port
on the I/O module. Refer to diagrams on page 4.
AC Adapter/Charger
This device is used to power supply the ProMark3 from the AC
power line.
If an internal battery has been inserted into the ProMark3
unit, this device will also provide a charging current for the
battery. (Battery charging will be monitored by the ProMark3
unit).
External GNSS Antenna
The external GNSS antenna is required for surveying func-
tions. While the built-in antenna is sufficient for navigation, a
more sophisticated external antenna is required to obtain
quality data for precision surveying. The external GNSS anten-
na is the physical data collection point for the raw GNSS sat-
ellite data. For this reason, it must be accurately positioned
over the point to be surveyed, using a standard tripod or fixed-
height GPS tripod.
External Antenna Cable
The external antenna cable connects the ProMark3 receiver to
the external antenna. The small end of the cable fitted with a
right-angle plug connects to the ProMark3. The large end of
the cable screws onto the external antenna.

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Vertical Antenna Extension
The vertical antenna extension provides clearance for the an-
tenna cable when the antenna is mounted on a tripod. The
length is 3 inches (0.0762 m).
Field Receiver Bracket
The field receiver bracket provides the means for mounting
the ProMark3 receiver to the tripod.
HI (Height of Instrument) Measurement Tape
The HI measurement tape is used to measure height of the
GPS antenna over the survey point. The end of the tape hooks
onto the antenna. The tape is extended until the spike on the
tape case is on the point. Then the height of the antenna is
noted on the tape.
Field Bag
The field bag is used to transport the components of each
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User Documentation CD
This CD includes the ProMark3 Getting Started Guide (4 lan-
guages) and the present ProMark3 Reference Manual (English
only).
Initializer Bar and Antenna Adaptor
(Provided with two-receiver systems only.)
The initializer bar can be used to initialize your surveys from
a base. This 0.20-m bar should be mounted on the base tri-
brach before use. The antenna adaptor will be inserted at the
free end of the initializer bar and will temporarily receive the
rover antenna during the initialization phase.
MobileMapper Office CD
This CD includes the MobileMapper Office software and its
documentation.
GNSS Solutions CD
(Provided with two-receiver systems only.)
The GNSS Solutions software provides the tools required to
download and process the GPS satellite data from each
ProMark3 receiver to produce relative positions of all points
surveyed. GNSS Solutions is provided on a CD which also con-
tains a reference manual and tutorial supplement.

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ProMark3 RTK Specific Accessories
License-Free Radio Modems
Radio modems come in pairs, each composed of two similar
units that can indifferently be used at the base or the rover.
The radio modem used at the base will automatically become
a transmitter while the other one, used at the rover, will auto-
matically operate as a receiver.
Models. Radio modems come in two different models. One is
for use in North America (NA) (P/N111360), and the other
(P/N 111359) is intended for most European countries (EU)
(except Italy, Slovak Republic and Bulgaria) (This information
is subject to change without notice). The table below gives the
main features of the two models.
Frequency channels. Radio modems are plug-and-play units.
They are all factory-set to operate on their first channel (chan-
nel #0). If however the default transmission channel is
jammed in your working area, you can select another transmis-
sion channel using the Radio Configuration utility (see Radio
Configuration on page 255). Don’t forget in that case to
change the channel on both units.
Frequency hopping in the NA model. The selected channel
corresponds to the first channel on which the radio transmits/
receives.
RTCM Rate in the EU Model. In the European Union, license-
free radios are allowed to transmit only 10% of the time. To
be sure this requirement is always met, Magellan recommends
that you set the RTCM rate to 2 seconds. Using “1 second” is
not a guarantee that this 10% requirement will always be met,
especially if a large number of corrections are transmitted.
Features
NA
P/N111360
EU
P/N111359
Radiated Power 0.5 W 0.5 W
Frequency Band 902-928 MHz 869-870 MHz
Number of channels 50 (#0 to #49) 3 (#0 to #2)
Frequency Hopping Yes, every 30 ms No
Duty Cycle No restriction
< 10%; 2-sec transmit rate
min. recommended
Data rate 10 kbits/sec 10 kbits/sec

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Power/Data Cable. Each radio modem is fitted with a cable for
easy connection to the ProMark3. The wiring diagram and pi-
nout are provided below.
NOTES: In the radio, pins 2 and 3 are shorted internally (pins
10 and 11 as well). The +5 V DC OUT signal (pin 1) is provid-
ed by the ProMark3 RTK to power the radio.
External Power Source. An external DC source (9 to 17 V DC)
can be used to power both the radio modem and the ProMark3
RTK unit and also charge the ProMark3’s internal battery. Us-
ing an external power source is recommended to extend the
operating time of a ProMark3 RTK base.
In this configuration, keep the power/data cable connected
between the ProMark3 and the radio modem and add a two-
wire cable (not provided), also passing through the base of the
radio.
The additional cable should be connected to the screw termi-
nal block, inside the radio modem, according to the table be-
low.
Using another radio model. See Using Another Radio Model
on page 268.
Wire Color Signal Name Pin Number
White TX (Data) 6
Red +DC IN 11
[Braid] Ground 2
Yellow +5 V DC OUT 1
Blue RX (Data) 5
External
DC Source
Pin Number on Terminal Block
(see these numbers in the diagram above)
+ DC IN 10
- DC IN 3
[Braid]
Blue
White
Red
Contact Side View
(Connector
on ProMark3
side)
Yellow
Power/Data Cable
Screw Terminal Block
(Inside radio modem)
1110987654321

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Brackets for License-free Radio Modems
Each radio modem comes with its own bracket for easy instal-
lation on a pole. The radio modem is secured on the bracket
using the four screws and washers provided.
At the base, the radio modem/bracket assembly should be
mounted on the RTK vertical antenna extension so the radio
modem and its antenna can easily fit under the GNSS anten-
na.
At the rover, the radio modem/bracket assembly should be
fixed on the pole range, just underneath the GNSS antenna.
RTK Vertical Antenna Extension
This pole is for use at the base. It has sufficient height to let
you fasten the radio modem/bracket assembly between the
GNSS antenna and the tripod.
If the radio modem needs to be installed at a higher height to
improve the range of the data link, then a separate, higher
mast should be used for the radio modem. Remember howev-
er that the radio cable is only 1.20 meter long.
FAST Survey Software Option
This software option is a high-end field survey application for
ProMark3 RTK. The FAST Survey CD includes all the versions
available for Magellan products (Z-Max.Net, ProMark3 RTK)
as well as the user documentation.

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Additional Items Required but not Supplied
For Static Surveys or Base Stations
These items allow you to firmly position the GPS antenna over
the survey point or station site (see opposite) at a measurable
height from the ground.
These items (tripod, tribrach and tribrach adapter) are illus-
trated below.
Tripod
Tribrach Adapter
Tribrach
Levelling bubble
Optical sightLevelling screw
Lock for antenna
adapter
Antenna adapter
5/8 x 11 UNC thread
Tribrach Adapter
mounted to Tribrach:
Locking tab

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An option to the tripod, tribrach and tribrach adapter combi-
nation is the fixed-height GPS tripod (see below).
For Kinematic Surveys
An option for mounting the ProMark3 rover when operating in
kinematic mode is a range pole (see picture below showing a
ProMark3 ready for post-process kinematic surveying).

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Specifications
General Characteristics
• 14 parallel channels
• L1 C/A code and carrier
• SBAS tracking and use in RTK process
• Update rate: 1 Hz
• Time tagged (synchronous) and Fast RTK (extrapolation)
• RTCM 2.3 (rover mode) and 3.1 (base and rover mode)
• Compatible with VRS,FKP,MAC Networks
• Connectivity: NTRIP & Direct IP
• Protocol NMEA0183
Real-Time Accuracy (1) (3) (4)
RTK (horizontal accuracies)
• Fixed: 1cm (0.032ft) +1ppm
• Float: 20cm (0.656ft) +1ppm (CEP), convergence: 3 min
SBAS (WAAS/EGNOS) (rms)
• Horizontal: <1m (3ft)
DGPS (Beacon or RTCM) (rms)
• Horizontal: <1m (3ft)
Post-Processed Accuracy (1) (2)
Static Survey (rms)
• Horizontal: 0.005 m + 1 ppm (0.016 ft + 1 ppm)
• Vertical: 0.01 m + 2 ppm (0.032 ft + 2 ppm)
• Azimuth: < 1 arc second
• Observation Time: Ranges from 4 to 40 min depending on
distance between the receivers and other environmental
factors.
(1) Performance varies on satellite conditions and may not apply at all time in
all area in the world. High-multipath areas, poor satellite geometry, and periods
of high-activity atmospheric conditions will degrade accuracy. Accuracy and
TTFF specifications based on tests conducted in Nantes and Moscow. Tests in
different locations under different conditions may produce different results.
(2) PP accuracies assume minimum of 5 satellites, following the procedures
recommended in the product manual. Post-processing with GNSS Solutions
Software.
(3) RTK accuracies assume minimum of 7 satellites (GPS+SBAS), following the
procedures recommended in the present manual.
(4) For baselines <10 km

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Kinematic Survey
• Horizontal: 0.012 m + 2.5 ppm (0.039 ft + 2.5 ppm)
• Vertical: 0.015 m + 2.5 ppm (0.049 ft + 2.5 ppm)
• Recommended Initializer Bar Occupation: 5 min
Data Logging Characteristics
Recording Interval
• 1 - 30 seconds.
Internal Memory Capacity
• Up to 72 hours of 10 satellite data @ 1 second interval
Physical Characteristics
Receiver
• Size: 19.5 x 9 x 4.6 cm (7.7 x 4.6 x 1.8 in)
• Weight: 0.48 kg (1.05 lb) with battery
Antenna
• Size: 19 x 9.6 cm (7.5 in DIA x 3.8 in H)
• Weight: 0.45 kg (1.00 lb)
Radio
• Size: 14,5 x 10 x 4 cm (5.7 x 3.9 x 1.6 in)
• Weight: 0.20 kg (0.44 lb)
User Interface
• Full color advanced TFT liquid crystal display with back-
light
• 320 x 240 resolution with 262.144 colors
• Resistive touch panel
• Keyboard with backlight 20 buttons
• Audio: built-in speaker
Memory
• 128 MB SDRAM, 128 NAND Flash memory
• Removable SD Card: up to 1 GB
Communication
• Bluetooth wireless technology
• USB: host and slave
• RS232
Radio (base and rover mode)
• License-free radio 500 mW, 869 MHz for Europe, 902-
928 MHz for North America.

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Environmental Characteristics
Receiver
• Operating Temp: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F)
• Storage Temp: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
• Weather: Water-resistant
• Shock: 1.5 m (4.9 ft) drop on concrete.
Antenna
• Operating Temp: -55°C to 85°C (-67°F to 185°F)
• Weather: Waterproof
• Shock: 2 m (6.6 ft) drop on concrete.
Radio
• Temp: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
• Meets IP65
Power Characteristics
• Battery type: 3.7 V Li-Ion, 3900 mAh
• Battery life: 8 hours (typical operation), 6 hours with radio
connected
• External power for extended operation time.

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Post-Process Surveying with ProMark3
The ProMark3 system is designed to perform GPS surveys us-
ing static, stop-and-go, and kinematic modes of GPS data col-
lection. The three modes run independently.
In the Static data collection mode, the GPS receiver systems
simultaneously collect raw data from all available satellites
while remaining stationary on their respective points. Data
collection continues at these locations for a duration depen-
dent upon the distance between the receivers, the satellite ge-
ometry, and the obstruction conditions at the data collection
locations (i.e., trees or buildings blocking some of the sky).
When data collection is complete at these specific points, you
move the GPS receiver systems to a new set of points to begin
another data collection session. In most cases, one GPS re-
ceiver system will remain on its current point (pivot point) in
order to link the previous set of points to the new set of points,
in leap-frog fashion. After data collection is complete, data is
downloaded form the GPS receivers to an office computer for
post-processing using the GNSS Solutions software.
Data collected on surveyed point:
Base
Baseline
(Range)
Observation time
Data collected at base:
Known Point Survey Point
Rover

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The post-processing activity computes vectors (position differ-
ences) to determine the position of all observed points relative
to one or more fixed point positions. The static data collection
method produces the most accurate and reliable results of any
mode of GPS data collection. This is due primarily to the ex-
tended observation periods required for static data collection.
In the Stop-and-Go data collection mode, the GPS receiver
systems simultaneously collect raw data from all available sat-
ellites while stationary on their respective points and while
moving between points. In most cases, one GPS receiver is lo-
cated on a known point serving as a base station collecting
data at that location for the duration of the survey. Additional
GPS receivers are used to locate objects and move between
points. The occupation period for the stop-and-go method is
much shorter than the static method.
Data collected by rover:
Base
Rover
Base
0001
0002
0003
0004
000500060007
0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007
Occupation: 15 sec. typical
Init
Rover
Init Point

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After data collection is complete, data is downloaded from the
GPS receivers to an office computer for post-processing using
the GNSS Solutions software. The post-processing activity
computes vectors (position differences) to determine the po-
sition of all observed points relative to one or more fixed point
positions. The Stop-and-Go data collection method is faster
than the static method, but not as accurate since the occupa-
tion period is much shorter.
In the Kinematic data collection mode, the GPS receiver sys-
tems simultaneously collect raw data from all available satel-
lites while a receiver is moving.
In most cases, one GPS receiver is located on a known point
serving as a base station collecting data at that location for the
duration of the survey.
Data collected by rover:
Base
Rover
0001... 0015...Init
Base
Rover
Init Point
5 min. with bar
0014
0015
0001

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Additional GPS receivers are used to locate linear objects
such as roads or collect data in a linear fashion for developing
topographic elevation data.
The recording interval should be set to collect the amount of
data needed relative to the speed of travel.
A recording interval too long will result in insufficient data.
GPS receivers to an office computer for post-processing using
the GNSS Solutions software. The post-processing activity
computes positions of all observed points relative to one or
more fixed point positions. The Kinematic data collection
method is best used for delineating linear type features such
as roads, fences, lakes, etc.
Real-Time Surveying with ProMark3 RTK
The ProMark3 RTK system has all the survey and mobile map-
ping functions of a ProMark3, but in addition, it can perform
real-time surveys. In this operating mode, the ProMark3 RTK
delivers real-time, centimeter-accurate position solutions.
The ProMark3 RTK allows you to also log raw data while a real-
time survey is in progress.
As shown in the diagram below, there are two possible system
configurations to implement RTK in the ProMark3 RTK:
- In base/rover configuration, you need to install your own
base as well as a radio link to transfer RTCM corrections
from the base to the rover.
- In rover-only configuration, you need a Bluetooth-enabled,
GPRS-enabled cell phone to connect the ProMark3 RTK to
the Internet. RTCM corrections will be delivered to the
unit by an external corrections provider, via the Internet
and the cell phone.
Base/Rover Rover-Only
(Network Connection)
Base
RoverRadio Data Link
Rover
GPRS Data LinkInternet
+ Cell
Phone

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Three different real-time jobs can be performed with the
ProMark3 RTK:
- Point Logging: RTK positions of points that you visit in
turn are logged in a file (a vector file with the “O” prefix).
- Kinematic: Logging a trajectory. Each point logged by the
system while you are walking along the trajectory will fea-
ture centimeter accuracy. The trajectory can be logged
either in Time or Distance mode. With the first mode, a
new position will be logged every x seconds of time
elapsed. In the second mode, a new position will be
logged every x meters of distance traveled.
- Stakeout: Taking you to the exact location of a stakeout
point. Stakeout points are initially target points in a GNSS
Solutions project. Uploading these points to ProMark3
RTK using GNSS Solutions converts them into control
points. ProMark3 RTK helps you to find the exact location
of these control points in the field through adequate guid-
ance screens.

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Mobile Mapping with ProMark3
The ProMark3 system is also designed to log GIS features in
a job file.
GIS features can be of the following types: points, lines, areas
and grids. Grid features are Magellan’s specific features de-
tailed in Logging GIS Data on a Preset Grid Feature on
page 134.
ProMark3 provides in real-time the length of the line you are
logging or the surface area of the area you are logging.
You don’t need an external antenna or any other accessories
to collect GIS jobs. You just need to hold the unit at 45° from
horizontal, not too close to you, and make sure you constantly
have an open view of the sky.
If however you want your GIS surveys to benefit from the RTK
precision level, you will have to use an external antenna and
set the RTK surveying method as explained in RTK Setup on
page 34.
When you start a new GIS job, ProMark3 asks you to:
1. Choose a feature library for the job.
A feature library lists all the possible feature types you will
see in the field. It also provides all the possible attributes
for each feature type and all the possible values for each
attribute.
After you have chosen a feature library, you will only be
able to log features that comply with those prompted in
this library. You will not be able to add an extra feature
type or an extra attribute to an existing feature. So choos-
ing a library implies that you know the type of job you
want to do.
2. Choose between Real-Time and Post-Processing.
GIS features can be logged in Real-Time or Post-Process-
ing mode.
In Real-Time mode, any logged feature is georeferenced
using the real-time position determined by the ProMark3.
In Post-Processing mode, it is also the real-time position
that is associated with each logged feature but you have
the possibility to improve the accuracy of this real-time
solution through post-processing. This can be achieved
using MobileMapper Office.

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After making these two choices you can start logging your GIS
features in the open job. The navigation screens may be help-
ful to guide you to the features you have to go to.
When you are next to the feature type you want to log, a point
feature type for example, describing the feature is very quick
and easy as you just have to scroll through the different at-
tributes prompted by the library and set them according to the
information you get from the field (examples: the “color” of
the feature is “black” or the “condition” of the feature is
“needs maintenance”, etc.).
In the background, ProMark3 will add georeferencing informa-
tion (i.e. one position for a point feature, several positions for
a line or area feature) to the description of the feature.
ProMark3 to an office computer using the MobileMapper
Transfer utility of the MobileMapper Office software.
From this software you can export the job to your GIS in a stan-
dard GIS format (SHP, MIF, CSV or DXF).
If the job was logged in Post-Processing mode, MobileMapper
Office will allow you to post-process the job. Real-time posi-
tions of features will be differentially corrected using raw GPS
data from a nearby reference station.
You can also use MobileMapper Office to upload a previous
job to ProMark3. In this case, the ProMark3 will be used to
update the content of this job. The different features con-
tained in the job will be revisited in the field to update their
attribute values or positions.

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Navigating with ProMark3
The ProMark3 includes a wide range of navigational capabili-
ties that you will find useful in your day-to-day surveying and
mobile mapping operations. Two useful navigation features
are:
• The map screen can be utilized to help you find a project
site.
• The ProMark3 serves as an excellent reconnaissance tool.
You can enter the known coordinates of the feature you
wish to reckon as a waypoint, and use ProMark3 to navi-
gate to within 3 meters (10 feet) of the feature in the
field. Be sure to select the correct map datum and coordi-
nate system (use the USER option from the Map Datum
list to define a custom map datum).
ProMark3 includes the capability to utilize SBAS (Space-
Based Augmentation System).
SBAS includes the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS)
for the North American continent and the European Geosta-
tionary Navigation Overlay System (EGNOS) to provide im-
proved positioning accuracy.
These systems calculate errors in the GPS signal, then trans-
mit correction messages to capable GPS receivers. Typical ac-
curacy with SBAS is three meters, although this accuracy can
be degraded by multipath reflections and poor satellite geom-
etry.
ProMark3 can also deliver real-time DGPS position fixes for
your navigation using the MobileMapper Beacon from Magel-
lan or any other external corrections receiver.
ProMark3 RTK can deliver RTK position fixes that you can use
for your navigation.
More information on SBAS
is available at http://
www.faa.gov/asd/interna-
tional/sbas.htm
More information on
WAAS is available at the
FAA web site http://
gps.faa.gov/Programs/
WAAS/waas.htm.
More information on
EGNOS is available at
http://www.esa.int/
EGNOS/.

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Time Spent in The Field
Post-Processing
In general, the amount of time required to occupy a point de-
pends on several factors:
1. Distance between survey points. In general, the greater
this distance, the longer the observation time.
2. Environmental conditions, or the amount of obstruction or
canopy preventing a completely open sky view. Some
obstructions may block the reception of the satellite sig-
nal, requiring longer observation times to collect addi-
tional data for accurate processing.
Too much obstruction prevents ProMark3 (or any GPS
receiver) from receiving enough data to establish quality
survey positions.
3. Satellite Geometry (PDOP): This refers to the position of
the satellites that are orbiting the earth. If the satellites
are positioned poorly (i.e. all on one side of the sky), it is
more difficult to get an accurate position. The Mission
Planning Tool in GNSS Solutions assists in planning sur-
vey times with optimal geometry.
Static
You will find that Static observation times will vary between 4
and 40 minutes depending upon factors 1, 2, and 3 above.
The Observation Range feature of ProMark3 is designed to as-
sist in determining observation times.
The Observation Range takes into consideration the number of
satellites and satellite geometry, and determines when enough
data has been collected for a given distance between points.
For more information on the observation range, please refer to
pages 87 and 93.
Stop-and-Go
Since the Stop-and-Go method requires an initialization, the
occupation times are much shorter than the static method.
Initialization on a known point can be accomplished in as lit-
tle as 15 seconds with a 1 second recording interval.
Initialization with the initializer bar is typically 5 minutes.
Stop-and-Go point occupations can be accomplished in as lit-
tle as 15 seconds with a 1 second recording interval.
These occupation times may vary depending upon the three
factors 1, 2 and 3 described above.

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Kinematic
The Kinematic method also requires an initialization as de-
tailed in the Stop-and-Go method.
Kinematic data collection does not use an occupation timer
since kinematic data is collected while moving. The recording
interval must be set to a value that properly matches the
speed you are moving.
A recording interval set too slow may result in data that does
not represent the feature being surveyed. A recording interval
set too fast may result in data too dense for a particular appli-
cation (This is also true in Static and Stop-and-Go).
The base and kinematic units must be set to the same record-
ing interval for successful kinematic survey.
Real-Time Surveying
If a base/rover configuration is used, time is needed first to in-
stall and run the base. Allow for about 5 to 15 minutes to
complete this installation phase.
Then, and whatever the survey type, rover initialization is re-
quired at power-on before operators can start their jobs.
The initialization time depends on the environmental condi-
tions, mainly sky view, which has a direct impact on the num-
ber of satellites received, and the baseline length, i.e. the
distance to the base providing the RTCM corrections.
In general, RTK initialization is achieved after 1 to 3 minutes
of operation under open sky, and for a baseline length less
than 6 miles (10 km). See performance figures in Time to First
Fix (TTFF) on page 223.
In point logging mode, operators will have to stay on each
point for typically 10 to 15 seconds to let the ProMark3 RTK
average the successive position solutions computed during
this time. Operators are however allowed to reduce this time
but they should be aware this may affect position accuracy.
In kinematic mode, operators should adjust the pace to the re-
cording interval they choose. In Time mode, the recording in-
terval can range from 1 to 30 seconds. In Distance mode, the
default setting is 10 meters.
In stakeout mode, once operators get close to their stakeout
points (about 20 meters still to go), they should slow down the
pace to let the ProMark3 RTK respond to their moves. By do-
ing this, they will allow their units to deliver the accurate guid-
ance instructions they need to get to their points.

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Mobile Mapping
The ProMark3 needs 2 or 3 seconds to open a feature, record
at least one epoch and close the file successfully. So when you
open a point feature, please record for 2 or 3 seconds before
closing the feature. To improve accuracy of point features, we
recommend recording for 30 seconds - or even longer for op-
timal accuracy.
For jobs performed in post-processing mode, the time require-
ments are those defined above for Stop-and-Go and Kinematic
surveys keeping in mind that all GIS/Mapping jobs implicitly
use an OTF initialization.
Where to Find Information
This manual is designed to guide you through the ProMark3
Surveying and Mobile Mapping procedures as well as provide
general reference. You can find additional information in the
following documents:
ProMark3 Getting Started Guide: This manual describes the
basic procedures to start using ProMark3 in surveying and mo-
bile mapping. It also briefly explains how to download your
field data to the office software and how to process this data.
GNSS Solutions Reference Manual: This manual provides de-
tailed instructions for post-processing and presenting the data
collected by ProMark3.
MobileMapper Office User Manual: This manual provides de-
tailed instructions for interfacing the ProMark3 with your GIS.
Magellan Navigation FTP site: Many useful documents relat-
ing to the ProMark3 are available at the following FTP site:
ftp://ftp.magellangps.com/Reference Manuals/ProMark3

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2. Preparing For First-Time Use
Charging the ProMark3 Battery Pack
The ProMark3 includes a rechargeable, replaceable battery
pack. Before using the receiver, you must first charge the bat-
tery pack:
1. Locate the removable battery provided.
2. Open the battery door, located in the back of the receiver,
using a screwdriver or a coin.
3. Insert the battery –label side upward, contact towards the
top of the unit– into the battery compartment:
4. Close the battery door and tighten the screws.
5. Attach the Clip-on I/O module to the receiver as shown
below (Insert bottom first, hold down release button, press
I/O module against unit and release button):
6. Connect the AC adapter (see below) and then let it charge
the battery for approximately six hours.
Battery Life
Whether used as a rover or
a base, ProMark3 will run
for 8 hours with its inter-
nal battery in typical con-
ditions of use.
Connect cable from AC
adapter to this input

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7. To detach the clip-on I/O module, press the release button
on the module.
Turning On/Off the Receiver
Once you have charged the battery, press the red key (the pow-
er key) on the front of the receiver until the power indicator
turns solid green.
You will first see the receiver’s start-up
screen (see opposite left). Wait for the
progress bar to complete its sequence.
The screen then displays the ProMark3
workspace with its main icons (see op-
posite right).
There are three categories of programs
behind these icons:
- ProMark3 primary functions: Survey-
ing and Mobile Mapping icons.
For a ProMark3 RTK with the FAST
Survey software option installed and
unlocked, you will also see the FAST Survey icon.
- DGPS Configuration icon, for a quick access to the DGPS
configuration options.
- Settings and Utilities icons giving access to the complete
sets of setup and utility programs.
When you need to turn off ProMark3, simply press the red
key until the screen displays the Shut Down window and then
tap OK.
ProMark3 WorkspaceProMark3 Start-up Screen

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Calibrating the Screen
For the first-time use, you need to align your display screen so
the cursor on the touch screen align with the tip of your stylus.
Use the stylus pen to tap the center of each target that ap-
pears on the Calibration screen with the tip of the stylus. Tap
anywhere on the display when finished.
To re-calibrate your screen at anytime, double-tap the Settings
icon then double-tap Stylus from the list, tap the Calibration
tab and then follow the instructions.
Automatic System Time Update
ProMark3 will automatically update the system date & time
using the GPS time determined by the integrated GPS receiver
and the time zone that you specify. To set the time zone:
• In the ProMark3 workspace, double-tap the Settings icon.
• Double-tap the Date/Time function. This opens the Date/
Time Properties screen.
• Set the time zone field (see opposite) and then select OK
on top of the screen.
Please note that you should wait for a few seconds, after
turning on ProMark3, before system time can effectively
be updated.
Adjusting the Backlight
To switch the backlight on/off for both the keypad and display,
or to adjust the brightness and screen contrast, double-tap the
Settings icon on the ProMark3 workspace and then double-tap
the Backlight Control function.
To conserve battery power, we recommend you to switch the
backlight off whenever possible.
For other settings, please refer to the ProMark3 Reference
Manual.

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Initializing GPS
Take the receiver to a location where there is a clear view of
the sky, then:
- From the ProMark3 workspace, tap successively the Utili-
ties icon and then the GPSInit icon.
- Initialize the receiver using one of the two methods below:
1.If you don’t have the slightest idea of what the coordi-
nates of your current position are, check the Choose
Country option (see screen below left), select respec-
tively your region and country in the two fields under-
neath, enter the date and time (bottom of the screen)
and then tap OK to start the initialization process. This
closes the GPS Initialization window.
2.If you have a rough idea of what the coordinates of
your current position are, directly enter these coordi-
nates in the Latitude and Longitude fields (see screen
above right), enter the date and time (bottom of the
screen) and then tap OK to start the initialization pro-
cess. This closes the GPS Initialization window.
Please Go Outside to Per-
form Initialization!
Initialization is required
when 1) the receiver is
brand new, 2) you have
moved more than 500
miles from the last place
you were using it, 3) mem-
ory has been completely
erased or 4) the receiver
has not been used for more
than a few months.

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Preliminary Settings
From the ProMark3 workspace, do the following:
• Double-tap the Surveying icon if you want to perform a
real-time (ProMark3 RTK only) or post-processing survey.
• Or double-tap the Mobile Mapping icon if you want to per-
form a GIS job.
Whatever your choice, ProMark3 will then display a navigation
screen.
Just press the NAV or ESC button to scroll through the differ-
ent available navigation screens.
For more information on Navigation screens, please refer to
Navigation on page 143.
Access to Preliminary Settings
Now that ProMark3 displays a navigation screen, press the
MENU key and tap Setup (see screen opposite).
There are many options to select among, and all are explained
in full from page 226. For the purposes of getting started,
however, we will concentrate on just a few of these options.
As a general rule, tap an option to open the corresponding set-
ting window. Then tap the desired value. This will enable the
value and take you back to the Setup menu. You can also re-
turn to the Setup menu by pressing the ESC button.
Choosing the Storage Medium
ProMark3 can store your jobs either in its internal memory or
on the SD card you have inserted in the unit. Tap the desired
option.

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Entering the Receiver ID
(From within Surveying function only)
The Receiver ID screen provides you with the ability to enter
the 4-character receiver ID which is used in naming the raw
data files. Each raw data file from this receiver will include
this 4-character receiver ID.
Specifying the Antenna Used
You select this option to define the type of external antenna
used.
Three different types of antennas are listed (ProMark Antenna
110454, NAP100 or Other). If you choose “Other”, you will
have to define the following parameters for your antenna: an-
tenna radius, phase center offset and Slant Height Measure-
ment Point offset (SHMP offset).
The choices made through the External Antenna option be-
come the default antenna settings for all the ProMark3 survey-
ing and mobile mapping functions.
Choosing the Units
You select this option to set the units of measurement you
want to use. Units are presented in this order: long distances,
short distances, speed and area. You can set these units to
“kilometers, meters, kph and hectares” or “miles, feet, mph,
acres” if you like, or to three other standard sets of units. You
can also create a custom mix of units by selecting the Ad-
vanced option that contains a wide variety of units for dis-
tance, speed, elevation, bearing and area.
Antenna Radius
SHMP
Offset
Phase Center
Offset

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Checking that ProMark3 Receives Satellites
Press NAV repeatedly until the Satellite Status screen is dis-
played. This screen shows which satellites the receiver is
tracking and where they are located in the sky. If you are not
tracking 3 or more satellites you may have to move to a more
open area.
When used with its internal antenna (Mobile Mapping only),
the receiver will have the best view of the sky when you hold
it at an angle of 45 degrees from horizontal and not too close
to you.
This allows the internal antenna to function optimally for the
best accuracy.
In Survey jobs for which the external antenna is mandatory,
only the vertical orientation of this antenna is important.
Satellite Status screen
45°

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3. RTK Setup
Introduction to RTK
Enabling the RTK algorithm in the ProMark3 RTK is simply
done by launching “Surveying”, pressing MENU, selecting
Receiver Mode and then Real-Time or Real-Time & Raw Data
Recording.
From this time on, the ProMark3 RTK will operate to deliver
fixed position solutions, provided the operating requirements
are met.
Selecting Real-Time & Raw Data Recording is a safe way to
perform a real-time survey. With raw data recorded in the
background, you will have the capability to post-process the
raw data in the office. This however requires that base raw
data be also available for the same period of time (see also
page 74).
The table below summarizes the keywords and principles used
in the RTK technique. Please carefully read this table before
getting started.
1. Corrections. Corrections generated by a static receiver
(“base”) are needed for the rover to be able to deliver
centimeter-accurate positions.
2. Data Link. The data link that must be established to
transfer corrections from the base to the rover can be
implemented in three different ways with
ProMark3 RTK: license-free radio, cellular phone
(GPRS) or any other external RTCM device.
3. Base. Depending on the chosen data link, the base will
be either:
• A ProMark3 RTK set as a base and generating
RTCM3.1 corrections.
• Or an external provider delivering its corrections via
the Internet. In this case, corrections may be the
following: RTCM3 or RTCM2.3.
When the base setup is
under your responsibil-
ity, make sure the base
is sited in a clear area
giving the best possible
view of the sky!
When this is possible,
avoid trees, buildings
or any high obstacles in
the vicinity of the base.
Having a clear view of
the sky will allow the
base to collect data
from a maximum of
visible satellites, which
is highly recommended
to perform a
successful, accurate
and fast survey.

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4. ProMark3 RTK Configurations
5. Rover Initialization. Before starting a survey, the rover
must be initialized. There are four possible methods:
“On The Fly”, “Static”, “Known Point” and “Bar”. The
“Bar” method can only be used if you have your own
base.
Three of the initialization methods are introduced in
the post-processing chapter (see page 98). The de-
scription is accurate for real-time processing too. Un-
like post-processing though, real-time processing tells
you in real time when initialization is complete. The ad-
ditional “Static” method is similar to “On The Fly” but
requires that the antenna be kept still (on an unknown
point).
The time required for initializing the rover ranges from
a few seconds to a few minutes, depending on the base-
line length, the GPS constellation and the initialization
method used.
“Known Point” and “Bar” are the fastest initialization
methods.
6. Baseline Length. Whatever the base used, its distance
to the rover, called “baseline” (up to 1.6 km or 1.0 mile
with license-free radios, up to 10 km with a network
connection), must roughly be known to make sure RTK
positions will achieve the expected level of accuracy.
Base/Rover
(Base/rover System)
Rover-Only
(Network Connection)
Base
RoverRadio Data Link
Rover
GPRS Data LinkInternet
+ Cell
Phone

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Base/Rover Configuration
You are using your own ProMark3 RTK base to generate the
RTCM corrections needed by the rover. A pair of Magellan li-
cense-free, plug-and-play radios is used for the data link.
About the Base Position
In addition to the good reception conditions required at the
base (see page 37), you must also think about whether the
base position should accurately be known with great precision
or not. The explanations below will help you understand what
you need in terms of base position accuracy.
1. If you are only interested in performing relative measure-
ments (i.e. positions of points relatively to other points),
then the base can be installed on an unknown point meet-
ing the reception requirements (see page 37). In this
case, the position to be entered in the base can only have
meter accuracy.
Caution! Keep in mind you will not be able in this case to
attach your points to a known coordinate system unless
later you accurately determine one of these points in the
desired coordinate system. If you are using FAST Survey,
you can also use the Localization function to attach your
job to your local system.
2. If you want to obtain absolute, centimeter-accurate posi-
tions attached to a particular coordinate system for all
your surveyed points, then the base position must be
known with the same centimeter accuracy.
If this position is already defined in a GNSS Solutions
project, just upload this position as a control point from
the GNSS Solutions project to the ProMark3 RTK base.
You will then simply have to select this point in the base’s
Site ID field (see page 39).
If the chosen position for the base is unknown whereas
you need centimeter accuracy for this point in the coordi-
nate system used, you can determine it through a static
post-processing survey. You will however need a reference
position to determine this point (see page 84).

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Setting Up the Base
The installation site should offer the best possible GPS recep-
tion conditions. The antenna should have a clear view of the
sky in all directions. There should be no, or a minimum of sat-
ellite obstructions in the vicinity.
1. Set up the tripod / tribrach combination over the point.
2. Screw the RTK vertical antenna extension into the tri-
brach.
3. If you wish to initialize the rover through the “Bar” initial-
ization method, insert the kinematic bar on top of the RTK
vertical antenna extension. If you will be using the “On
The Fly”, “Static” or “Known Point” initialization method,
skip step 3.
4. Attach the GNSS antenna on top of the kinematic bar (for
the “Bar” initialization method), or on top of the RTK ver-
tical antenna extension (for all other initialization meth-
ods).
5. Mount the license-free radio onto its bracket using the
screws, nuts and washers provided.
10.
5.
8.
12.
H Slant
H Vertical
6.
5.
2.
3.
4.
7.
11.
9.1.
Setup with Kinematic Bar
Setup without the Kinematic Bar

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6. Secure the radio bracket onto the RTK vertical antenna
extension. Place it as high as possible, just underneath
the GNSS antenna, as shown. Placing the radio too low
will reduce the radio range.
7. Connect the external antenna cable to the GNSS antenna.
8. Connect the other end of the external antenna cable to the
ProMark3 RTK. Lift the flap on the side on the unit to
access the antenna input connector.
9. Connect the radio cable to the back of the receiver. The
connection is secure after you have fully tightened the
thumb screw.
10.Place the ProMark3 RTK receiver into the field bracket.
11.Attach the field bracket / ProMark3 RTK combination
onto the tripod.
12.Measure and record the instrument height (HI) of the
GNSS antenna:
• Slant measurement (preferred): Use the measurement
tape provided. Insert the end of the tape into one of
the three or four hooks located on the circumference
of the GNSS antenna radome. Unroll the tape toward
the reference point. Position the tip of the tape meas-
urement onto the reference point. Block the tape and
read the value indicated at the base of the tape: this is
the slant height.
• Vertical measurement (more difficult; tribrach and tri-
pod are in the way): Use a conventional tape to meas-
ure the vertical distance from the base of the GNSS
antenna to the reference point.
13.Turn on the ProMark3 RTK and check that the green LED
indicator on the radio is on. This means the connection
between the radio and the ProMark3 RTK is correct and
the radio is normally powered.
The higher the radio, the
better the quality and
range of the radio link.
Warning!
Unscrewing the radio
antenna protection is
pointless or even hazard-
ous for the antenna.

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Configuring the Base
1. Double-tap the Surveying icon.
2. Press MENU, tap Receiver Mode, then Real-Time.
3. Press MENU, tap Base Station and then enter the base
parameters:
• Station ID: Enter a 4-character string (0.. 4095) for an
unambiguous identification of this base.
• Height Type: Indicate the type of height (Slant or Verti-
cal) you measured while setting up the base ( see step
12 on page 38).
• Antenna Height: Enter the height you measured while
setting up the base (see step 12 on page 38).
• Units: Indicate the unit used to measure the antenna
height (meters, US feet or Int feet).
Depending on whether the base is installed over an
unknown or known point, do the following to enter the
base position:
Unknown:
• Tap on the right arrow next to the Site ID field. Select
Current Position from the list. This assigns the current
position computed by the ProMark3 RTK to the base
(see Location and Elevation fields). Before making this
selection, make sure the ProMark3 RTK has deter-
mined the position (see Position screens on page 147)
and this position has been averaged for some time.
Note that the Site ID field is changed to ???? in this
case.
Known: Two possible scenarios:
• Base installed on a control point stored in the
ProMark3 RTK: Tap on the right arrow next to the Site
ID field. This opens a points list from which you can
select the control point name corresponding to where
the base is installed. Choose this point name. This
automatically sets the Location and Elevation fields to
the right coordinates.

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NOTE: Control points uploaded to ProMark3 RTK have
always their coordinates converted to WGS84. When
you select a control point for use as the base position,
these coordinates are again converted, this time to the
coordinate system (see page 237) and map datum
(see page 238) used in the ProMark3. The converted
coordinates are displayed in the Location and Elevation
fields.
• Manual entry: Tap successively inside the Location and
Elevation fields and enter the known coordinates. Make
sure your entries are compatible with the coordinate
system (see page 237) and map datum (see
page 238) used in the ProMark3.
4. Tap Start. The ProMark3 RTK starts operating as a base.
RTCM 3.1 corrections are now broadcast via the radio
modem. The screen shows the following parameters:
• Site ID: As a reminder
• Elapsed: Time elapsed since you started the base sta-
tion
• # Sats: Current number of satellites received
• PDOP: Current PDOP value
• Base Station Position: 3D coordinates of the point above
which the base is installed.
• Power indicator (all green: fully charged)
• Free memory indicator (all green: maximum)
Later, after you have finished your survey and you come back
to the base to switch it off, first tap Stop. The ProMark3 RTK
will instantly stop transmitting RTCM corrections.

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Setting Up the Rover
Install the unit on its range pole:
1. Mount the GNSS antenna on top of
the pole. For a “Bar” initialization,
use a quick release extension so you
can easily move the antenna between
the kinematic bar and the range
pole. For the other initialization
methods, there is no such require-
ment.
2. Mount the radio modem onto its
bracket using the screws, nuts and
washers provided.
3. Secure the radio bracket onto the
pole.
4. Connect the GNSS antenna to the
ProMark3 RTK using the cable pro-
vided.
5. Connect the radio cable to the back
of the ProMark3 RTK.
6. Attach the field bracket onto the pole
7. Place the ProMark3 RTK into the field bracket
8. Measure or read the height of the GNSS antenna:
• Slant measurement: Use the measurement tape pro-
vided. Insert the end of the tape into one of the three
or four hooks located on the circumference of the
GNSS antenna radome. Unroll the tape toward the
ground. Position the tip of the tape measurement onto
the ground. Block the tape and read the value indi-
cated at the base of the tape: this is the slant height.
• Vertical measurement: Use a conventional tape to
measure the vertical distance from the base of the
GNSS antenna to the ground. If you are using a gradu-
ated range pole, read the value given by the gradua-
tion.
1
2-3
6-7
4
8
7
6
5
H Slant
H Vertical

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Configuring the Rover
1. Turn on the ProMark3 RTK.
2. Double-tap the DGPS Configuration icon. This opens the
DGPS Configuration window.
3. Tap Select Mode, select UHF and tap OK. Tap OK again to
close the DGPS Configuration window.
Initializing the Rover
1. For a “Bar” initialization, move
the rover antenna from the range
pole to the kinematic bar (see pic-
ture right). For all other initializa-
tion methods, skip step 1.
2. On rover side, double-tap the Sur-
veying icon.
3. Press MENU, tap Receiver Mode,
then Real-Time.
4. Press MENU and tap Initialize RTK.
5. Select one of the available initiali-
zation methods, from the slowest
to the fastest:
• On The Fly: Initialization will
take place with a free moving rover antenna. If you
choose this option, the message “Reset RTK Engine is
OK!” will first appear. Just tap OK and then, using the
NAV key, select the Position screen to monitor the ini-
tialization process (see screen example in the left col-
umn). When the screen indicates a “Fixed” status for
the position, then the rover is initialized. Refer to
Standard RTK: “Surveying” on page 51 to start your
survey.
• Static: The rover antenna, placed over an unknown
point of your choice, should not be moved until initial-
ization is achieved. If you choose this option, the Ini-
tialization screen will then be displayed (see screen
example in the left column). Skip to step 6.

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• Known Point: The rover antenna, placed over a known
point, should not be moved until initialization is
achieved. If you choose this option, the receiver will
first ask you to indicate the name of the control point
from which you initialize the rover. Select a point from
the prompted list. The initialization screen is then dis-
played (see screen example in the left column). Skip
to step 6.
Warning! This method will be successful only if the
antenna height has already been entered. If that is not
the case, the “Known Point” method can only be com-
pleted using the on-screen INIT button after entering
the antenna height (see page 52 and page 54).
• Bar: The rover antenna should temporarily be placed at
the end of the base’s initializer bar until initialization
is achieved. This means initialization is performed
close to the base. If you wish to use this option, first
move the rover antenna to the free end of the kine-
matic bar and then choose this option. The Initializa-
tion screen is then displayed (see screen example in
the left column). Go to step 6.
6. Keep an eye on the displayed parameters while the
receiver initializes:
• Baseline: Baseline length. Should stay 0.0 km in the
case of a bar initialization.
• Elapsed: Counts the time since you started initializa-
tion.
• # Sats: Should be 6 or more for fast initialization.
• PDOP: Should be less than 3.
• Age: Should stay around 2 seconds. If it starts increas-
ing steadily, this probably means RTCM corrections are
no longer received. Check your radios.
• Solution: Position solution status. Should be a blinking
“Float” throughout initialization.
When “Fixed” appears in the Solution field, this means
the rover is initialized. A new button (OK) then appears
next to the Cancel button.

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7. Tap OK to close the Initialization window.
8. For a bar initialization, move the rover antenna from the
initializer bar to the top of the rover pole (see picture
below right). While doing this, take care not to mask the
rover antenna or else you would have to resume initializa-
tion. For all the other initialization methods, skip step 8.
9. Refer to Standard RTK: “Surveying” on page 51 to start
your survey.

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Rover-Only Configuration (Network)
Two types of connections are possible: NTRIP and Direct IP.
Both rely on the use of a Bluetooth-enabled, GPRS-enabled
cell phone within range of the ProMark3 RTK.
No user-owned base needs to be deployed in this configura-
tion.
The “Rover-Only” Configuration requires that you establish a
Bluetooth link to your cell phone and then a GPRS connection
from the ProMark3 RTK via the Bluetooth link and the cell
phone. Although this connection phase is accurately de-
scribed in this section, you can also refer to Step-by-Step Pro-
cedure for Establishing a GPRS Connection Via Bluetooth on
page 198. For more information about Bluetooth, you can also
refer to Bluetooth Manager Module on page 190.
Setting Up the Rover
Install the unit on its range pole:
1. Mount the GNSS antenna on the pole
2. Attach the field bracket onto the pole
3. Place the ProMark3 receiver into the field
bracket
4. Connect the GNSS antenna to the unit
using the cable provided.
5. Measure the antenna height.
1.
4.
3.
2.

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